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Incense Collection (page 8)

"Unveiling the Mystique of Incense

Background imageIncense Collection: Chinese art: burner perfumes in terracotta. Yuan Dynasty period. 1271-1368

Chinese art: burner perfumes in terracotta. Yuan Dynasty period. 1271-1368
JLJ4648963 Chinese art: burner perfumes in terracotta. Yuan Dynasty period. 1271-1368. by Chinese School, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368); (add.info.: Chinese art: burner perfumes in terracotta)

Background imageIncense Collection: Oriental Art: Burle perfume (burn-perfumes) or hand warmer (hand warmer) from Syria

Oriental Art: Burle perfume (burn-perfumes) or hand warmer (hand warmer) from Syria
JLJ4663087 Oriental Art: Burle perfume (burn-perfumes) or hand warmer (hand warmer) from Syria, late 15th, beginning of 16th century

Background imageIncense Collection: Religious object: gold silver incense of the Order of the Holy Spirit

Religious object: gold silver incense of the Order of the Holy Spirit
JLJ4604719 Religious object: gold silver incense of the Order of the Holy Spirit. From the Tresor of the Chapel of the Order of the Holy Spirit (founded in 1578)

Background imageIncense Collection: Brutus (Lucius Junius Brutus) (oil on canvas, 1700-1704)

Brutus (Lucius Junius Brutus) (oil on canvas, 1700-1704)
LRI4610808 Brutus (Lucius Junius Brutus) (oil on canvas, 1700-1704) by Ricci, Sebastiano (1658-1734); Galleria Nazionale, Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma, Emilia-Romagna

Background imageIncense Collection: William II (1859-1941) (Kaiser Wilhelm II German emperor and King of Prussia

William II (1859-1941) (Kaiser Wilhelm II German emperor and King of Prussia
XEE4157420 William II (1859-1941) (Kaiser Wilhelm II German emperor and King of Prussia) - the man orchestra of the European concert - caricature in " Le Rire" of 26 November 1898

Background imageIncense Collection: Bible of Royaumont, Old Testament: Nadab and Abiu. Nadab (Nadav) and Abiu (Abihou)

Bible of Royaumont, Old Testament: Nadab and Abiu. Nadab (Nadav) and Abiu (Abihou)
XEE4138411 Bible of Royaumont, Old Testament: Nadab and Abiu. Nadab (Nadav) and Abiu (Abihou), the sons of Aaron, who set a foreign fire in their incenses, to offer incense unto God

Background imageIncense Collection: Each blooming flower its incense bring and wafts it to thy throne (colour litho)

Each blooming flower its incense bring and wafts it to thy throne (colour litho)
6011403 Each blooming flower its incense bring and wafts it to thy throne (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageIncense Collection: Shanghai Races - statues outside the race club

Shanghai Races - statues outside the race club
Chinese racegoers lighting candles and burning incense in front of statues of the patron saints of the Hwa Hewi (Flower Society)

Background imageIncense Collection: The Adoration of the Magi, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)

The Adoration of the Magi, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)
3937489 The Adoration of the Magi, c.1630 (oil on canvas) by Stomer, (Stom) Matthias (c.1600-p.1650); 175x172 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: The homage of different ages, races)

Background imageIncense Collection: In Sens?-ji Temple (colour woodblock print)

In Sens?-ji Temple (colour woodblock print)
5043942 In Sens?-ji Temple (colour woodblock print) by Kiyonaga, Torii (1752-1815); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A party of four women inside Sensoji Temple)

Background imageIncense Collection: The Church of Santa Sabina, 1833 (etching with brown wash)

The Church of Santa Sabina, 1833 (etching with brown wash)
STC384816 The Church of Santa Sabina, 1833 (etching with brown wash) by Tofanelli, Agostino (1770-1834); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eglise de S)

Background imageIncense Collection: Ethics of Smell, illustration from Book 1 Part 8 Chapter 14 of

Ethics of Smell, illustration from Book 1 Part 8 Chapter 14 of
STC134234 Ethics of Smell, illustration from Book 1 Part 8 Chapter 14 of The Principles of Philosophy by Anthony Le Grand, engraved by Johannes Kip (1652/53-1722), 1694 (engraving) by Lens

Background imageIncense Collection: An Imperial Procession (w / c on paper)

An Imperial Procession (w / c on paper)
TPG157198 An Imperial Procession (w/c on paper) by Chinese School; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Chinese, out of copyright

Background imageIncense Collection: The Mass of St. Basil, 1743-7 (oil on canvas)

The Mass of St. Basil, 1743-7 (oil on canvas)
BOO73455 The Mass of St. Basil, 1743-7 (oil on canvas) by Subleyras, Pierre (1699-1749); 133.5x80 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Background imageIncense Collection: Zachariah, cartoon for stained glass at Knaresborough, 1872 (black chalk on paper)

Zachariah, cartoon for stained glass at Knaresborough, 1872 (black chalk on paper)
BIR186125 Zachariah, cartoon for stained glass at Knaresborough, 1872 (black chalk on paper) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 93.4x47.6 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Background imageIncense Collection: Auguste Vacquerie (1819-95) from the cover of L Eclipse

Auguste Vacquerie (1819-95) from the cover of L Eclipse
XIR247214 Auguste Vacquerie (1819-95) from the cover of L Eclipse, engraved by Yves & Barret, 3rd November 1872 (coloured engraving) by Gill, Andre (1840-85) (after); Maison de Victor Hugo, Paris

Background imageIncense Collection: Japanese star anise, Illicium anisatum

Japanese star anise, Illicium anisatum. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Background imageIncense Collection: Camphor tree, Cinnamomom camphora

Camphor tree, Cinnamomom camphora. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Background imageIncense Collection: Dressing gown in printed cotton, engraved by Patas, plate no

Dressing gown in printed cotton, engraved by Patas, plate no
STC427806 Dressing gown in printed cotton, engraved by Patas, plate no.140 from Galeries des Modes et Costumes Francais, c.1778-87 (coloured engraving) by Le Clerc

Background imageIncense Collection: Camphora or camphor tree, Dryobalanops aromatica

Camphora or camphor tree, Dryobalanops aromatica (Dryobalanops camphora). Critically endangered. Handcoloured illustration drawn

Background imageIncense Collection: Angel emptying a censer, no. 19 from The Apocalypse of Angers

Angel emptying a censer, no. 19 from The Apocalypse of Angers
XIR293830 Angel emptying a censer, no. 19 from The Apocalypse of Angers, 1373-87 (tapestry) by Bataille, Nicolas (fl. 1363-1400); Musee des Tapisseries, Angers

Background imageIncense Collection: Roses, Rosa canina, with incense censer

Roses, Rosa canina, with incense censer and calligraphic poem. Chromolithograph by Louis Prang from Alice Ward Baileys Flower Fancies, Boston, 1889

Background imageIncense Collection: Worshippers making offerings to a statue of

Worshippers making offerings to a statue of Buddha or Fo in a banyan tree, Vietnam. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Background imageIncense Collection: Allegorical depiction of Asia reclining on a bed

Allegorical depiction of Asia reclining on a bed, with a garland of flowers, and a bowl of incense smoking. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre after an illustration by Andrea Appiani

Background imageIncense Collection: Chinese gods of desire, immortality, etc

Chinese gods of desire, immortality, etc
Statues of Chinese gods: Kin-gan or Chin-hoan, god of tutelage, Ni-ni-fo or Fo-tek god of voluptuousness, and god of immortality with deer and crane

Background imageIncense Collection: Busts of sacred idols of the Aztecs, Mexico

Busts of sacred idols of the Aztecs, Mexico. Kneeling idol Chalchiuhtlicue with pearl headdress and triangular neckerchief

Background imageIncense Collection: The Vision of Zacharias (coloured engraving)

The Vision of Zacharias (coloured engraving)
726553 The Vision of Zacharias (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Vision of Zacharias)

Background imageIncense Collection: Illustration of moxibustion from Medicina Aegyptorum by Prospero Alpinus

Illustration of moxibustion from Medicina Aegyptorum by Prospero Alpinus
746835 Illustration of moxibustion from Medicina Aegyptorum by Prospero Alpinus, 1745 (engraving) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageIncense Collection: Window s2-C depicting the Adoration of the Magi (stained glass)

Window s2-C depicting the Adoration of the Magi (stained glass)
719951 Window s2-C depicting the Adoration of the Magi (stained glass) by French School, (12th century); Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageIncense Collection: A Persian doing his morning prayers, 1812-13 (coloured engraving)

A Persian doing his morning prayers, 1812-13 (coloured engraving)
468782 A Persian doing his morning prayers, 1812-13 (coloured engraving) by Karnejeff, E. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Les Peuples de la Russie)

Background imageIncense Collection: Camphor laurel, Cinnamomum camphora

Camphor laurel, Cinnamomum camphora. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Background imageIncense Collection: Ammoniacum, Dorema ammoniacum

Ammoniacum, Dorema ammoniacum
Ammoniacum, gum ammoniac, ooshak, kandal or bal-kurai, Dorema ammoniacum. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Background imageIncense Collection: Galbanum, Ferula gummosa

Galbanum, Ferula gummosa
Galbanum or kassnih, Ferula gummosa (Ferula gambanifolia). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

Background imageIncense Collection: Patchouli, Pogostemon cablin

Patchouli, Pogostemon cablin (Pogostemon patschuli). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Background imageIncense Collection: Arabian balsam tree, Commiphora gileadensis

Arabian balsam tree, Commiphora gileadensis
Arabian balsam tree or balm of Gilead, Commiphora gileadensis (Balsamodendron ehrenbergianum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr

Background imageIncense Collection: Sensing Angels, 1882 (stained glass)

Sensing Angels, 1882 (stained glass)
3475438 Sensing Angels, 1882 (stained glass) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); St Michaels Church, Muncaster, Cumbria, UK; (add.info.: Muncaster, St Michael, JPS, HH, Sensing Angels)

Background imageIncense Collection: Vessel terminating in the forepart of a stag, c. 1300 BC (silver, gold inlay)

Vessel terminating in the forepart of a stag, c. 1300 BC (silver, gold inlay)
3704121 Vessel terminating in the forepart of a stag, c.1300 BC (silver, gold inlay) by Hittite, (13th century BC); 18 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageIncense Collection: Manuscript Illumination with Adoration of the Magi, c. 1515-25 (tempera

Manuscript Illumination with Adoration of the Magi, c. 1515-25 (tempera
3746332 Manuscript Illumination with Adoration of the Magi, c.1515-25 (tempera, ink and gold on parchment) by Netherlandish School (16th century); 16.5x11.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageIncense Collection: Various Paraphernalia used in Judaism

Various Paraphernalia used in Judaism
Engraving of the Brazen Altar of the Burnt Sacrifice, the Altar of Incense, Table of Shewbread and the Ark of Covenant

Background imageIncense Collection: Aaron entering the Holy Place on the Day of Atonement

Aaron entering the Holy Place on the Day of Atonement
Aaron is a prophet, high priest, and the brother of Moses. He is depicted in this engraving entering the Holy Place on the Day of Atonement

Background imageIncense Collection: Interior of the Temple of Quannon (Kannon)

Interior of the Temple of Quannon (Kannon) Kannon (Kwannon, Quannon) personifies compassion and is one of the most widely worshipped deities in Asia and Japan throughout both ancient

Background imageIncense Collection: Two Acolytes Censing: Pentecost (bodycolour on paper mounted on canvas)

Two Acolytes Censing: Pentecost (bodycolour on paper mounted on canvas)
1217743 Two Acolytes Censing: Pentecost (bodycolour on paper mounted on canvas) by Solomon, Simeon (1840-1905); 40.3x34.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English

Background imageIncense Collection: Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Antiquities discovered by Mr Flinders Petrie (engraving)

Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Antiquities discovered by Mr Flinders Petrie (engraving)
1595386 Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Antiquities discovered by Mr Flinders Petrie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egyptian, Greek)

Background imageIncense Collection: Senorita Tortola Valencia, dancer

Senorita Tortola Valencia, dancer
Senorita Tortola Valencia pictured in costume for the Dance of the Incense likened at the time to an animated Egyptian frieze

Background imageIncense Collection: Incense (drawing, 15th century)

Incense (drawing, 15th century)
LRI4573929 Incense (drawing, 15th century) by Pollaiuolo, Antonio (1432/3-98); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info)

Background imageIncense Collection: The coronation of the Virgin - Tempera on wood, 1414

The coronation of the Virgin - Tempera on wood, 1414
LRI4573020 The coronation of the Virgin - Tempera on wood, 1414 by Monaco, Lorenzo (1370-1425); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The coronation of the Virgin)

Background imageIncense Collection: La mort des souverains Chinois (colour litho)

La mort des souverains Chinois (colour litho)
2779459 La mort des souverains Chinois (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of the Dowager Empress Cixi and Emperor Guangxu of China)

Background imageIncense Collection: The Man and the Wooden God, from Fontaine Fables, pub. 1905 (engraving)

The Man and the Wooden God, from Fontaine Fables, pub. 1905 (engraving)
3472068 The Man and the Wooden God, from Fontaine Fables, pub. 1905 (engraving) by Billingshurst, Percy J. (1871-1933); The Stapleton Collection; out of copyright



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"Unveiling the Mystique of Incense: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Traditions" Step into a world where fragrant smoke weaves tales of ancient rituals and cultural traditions. In Reginald Higgins' captivating book, "Strange Incense, " he delves into the significance of this aromatic substance that has captivated humanity for centuries. Travel back in time to ancient Israel, where incense played a vital role in religious ceremonies as Jewish high priests and Levites carefully prepared it. Imagine giant incense sticks adorning the Chinese moon festival in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, filling the air with an enchanting aroma. Visit Chesterfield Church and witness how incense heightens spiritual experiences during worship. Explore Dharmikarama Burmese temple in Penang, Malaysia - a serene sanctuary where Buddha is honored amidst billowing clouds of sacred smoke. Trace history's footsteps to Vatican Council in 1870 when incense became an integral part of Catholic liturgy. Marvel at a young Chinese woman fervently praying with big burning incense sticks held tightly between her hands - a poignant symbol of devotion. Transport yourself to Forum Romanum in ancient Rome, where wisps wafted through grand temples dedicated to various gods. Admire "Still life with flowers, " an exquisite painting from c. 1690-99 depicting silver vases adorned with perfume burners emitting delicate scents. Journey eastward to Hanoi, Vietnam - immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sight of Ngoc Son Pagoda's faithful offering incense as they seek blessings from Temple Jade Mound. Witness Den Ngoc Son ablaze with flickering flames from countless incenses illuminating prayers whispered into thin air. Finally, explore China's vibrant streets and stumble upon Hong Kong's bustling Incense Shop Display - shelves lined with colorful bundles waiting to be ignited by those seeking tranquility or warding off negative energies.